Keyboard Operators are professionals who specialize in inputting and processing text and data. They are responsible for preparing, editing, and generating documents for storage, processing, publication, and transmission.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this minor group require a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

It is important to note that at least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances, additional relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• Entering data and codes required to process information
• Retrieving, confirming, and updating data in storage and keeping records of data input
• Taking verbatim records of proceedings in rapid shorthand using computerized equipment and shorthand-writing machines
• Transcribing information recorded in shorthand and on sound recording equipment, and proofreading and correcting copy
• Reading portions of transcripts during trials and other proceedings upon request of Judges and other officials
• Reproducing the spoken word, environmental sounds, and song lyrics as captions for television programming, and for the deaf and hearing impaired
• Preparing reports, letters, and similar material for publication and electronic transmission
• Sorting outgoing material and preparing documents for transmission

Subcategories:

Within the field of Keyboard Operators, there are various subcategories. One such subcategory is 5321 Keyboard Operators.